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Dr. Chad Thornhill, MD

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thornhill, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Chad Thornhill, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thornhill is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thornhill’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thornhill’s office at (843) 777-7300.

    What languages does Dr. Thornhill speak?

    Dr. Thornhill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Thornhill typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Thornhill diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Thornhill. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Thornhill typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Thornhill performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thornhill. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Fecal Impaction or Foreign Body Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Fecal Impaction Extraction
    • Rectal Foreign Body Removal
    • Anesthetized Bowel Clearance

    CPT Codes:

    • 45915: Removal of fecal impaction or foreign body (separate procedure) under anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal pH Test
    • pH Monitoring Test
    • Acid Reflux Test
    • 24-Hour pH Study
    • Esophageal Acid Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91034: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with nasal catheter pH electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Also known as:

    • Overnight Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
    • Sleep Oxygen Test
    • Nocturnal Oximetry
    • Overnight O2 Saturation Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Thornhill accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thornhill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 777-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thornhill accept in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Thornhill in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Thornhill's office located?

    Dr. Chad Thornhill's Primary Practice

    2100 Clinch Ave Ste 420

    Knoxville, TN 37916

    (843) 777-7300

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    Dr. Chad Thornhill's Practice 2

    57 W Adams St

    Crossville, TN 38555

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    What is Dr. Thornhill's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thornhill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093959181.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thornhill?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thornhill

    What is Dr. Chad Thornhill's specialty?

    Dr. Thornhill is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Knoxville, TN.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is this Dr. Chad Thornhill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Thornhill is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Chad Thornhill accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Chad Thornhill is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chad Thornhill offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thornhill's office at (843) 777-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chad Thornhill?

    Please contact Dr. Thornhill's office at (843) 777-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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